Zhongshan Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Zhongshan is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 20°C (68°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) in July to around 13°C (55°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Zhongshan has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1771 mm (70 in) of rainfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 310 mm (12 in) of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 33 mm (1.3 in) over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Zhongshan Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Zhongshan. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, March marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Zhongshan.

The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 86%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year